Brescia Private Guided Tour

Did you know that Brescia is known as the 'lioness of Italy'? On this private tour, we'll walk through the old town discovering its history and admiring iconic places such as the Piazza Loggia, its two cathedrals, and the Palazzo Comunale.

Brescia Private Guided Tour

At the selected time, we'll meet at the Piazza del Foro to start our private tour of Brescia. This walking tour covers historical facts and key monuments in Brescia, located in the Lombardy region.

The tour begins with a visit to the Roman ruins of Brescia, exploring the site's history from the 1st century and its significance during the Ancient Empire.

Next, we'll walk to Piazza Paolo VI, a medieval square and the heart of Brescia. Here, we will view the Palazzo Comunale and the two cathedrals, examining the architectural contrast between the New Cathedral and the Old Cathedral.

The tour continues at Piazza Della Loggia, featuring Renaissance aesthetics. We'll discuss the surrounding palaces and the history of the astronomical clock.

Before concluding, we will explain why Brescia is referred to as the 'lioness of Italy' and discuss key battles, including the Napoleonic invasion and the uprising against the Austrians.

After two hours of sightseeing, we will end the private tour in Piazza Della Vittoria.